The horse’s gaits: walk, trot and canter explained in simple terms
Le andature del cavallo: passo, trotto e galoppo spiegati in modo semplice Anyone who loves horses or is new to the world of horse riding often hears about the horse’s three natural gaits: walk, trot and canter. Each gait has different characteristics and allows the horse to move at different speeds and with different levels […]
The therapeutic power of horses: how they reduce stress and improve well-being (according to science)
Il potere terapeutico dei cavalli: come riducono stress e migliorano il benessere (secondo la scienza) C’è qualcosa nei cavalli che va oltre la semplice bellezza, potenza fisica e armonia. Chi li conosce davvero lo sa: il cavallo è uno specchio emotivo, un amplificatore silenzioso di ciò che siamo. In today’s fast-paced world, horses take us […]
PET THERAPY: Peyo, il cavallo terapeuta che aiuta i malati di Alzheimer a ritrovare sorrisi e ricordi
PET THERAPY: Peyo, il cavallo terapeuta che aiuta i malati di Alzheimer a ritrovare sorrisi e ricordi Horse-assisted therapy is proving to have remarkable effects on the well-being of vulnerable people. In France, one horse in particular is becoming a symbol of this extraordinary bond between humans and animals: Peyo, a horse capable of bringing […]
Hobby Horse: when horse riding becomes imagination (and sport)
Hobby Horse: quando l’equitazione diventa immaginazione (e sport) If you grew up surrounded by stables, stirrups and sand arenas, the idea of riding without a real horse probably sounds… bizarre, to say the least. And yet there is a structured discipline, complete with rules, official competitions and top-level athletes: it’s called hobby horse. No, it’s not child’s play. […]
HORSE RACING: Federico Tesio, the genius who changed racing forever
HORSE RACING: Federico Tesio, the genius who changed racing forever Anyone who loves horse racing cannot ignore the name Federico Tesio. He dominates the history of horse racing not only in Italy but internationally, as a true visionary. Born in Turin on January 17, 1869, and died in Milan on May 1, 1954, Tesio was […]
ATTACCHI: from noble elegance to discovering the territory
ATTACCHI: dall’eleganza nobile alla scoperta del territorio The discipline of driving horse-drawn carriages has its roots in the era of grand aristocratic journeys, when four-wheeled transport was not just a means of transportation, but a true symbol of prestige and culture. In the 17th and 18th centuries, the young scions of the European aristocracy […]
ETHOLOGY: Monty Roberts and the ethological approach as a key to understanding horses
ETHOLOGY: Monty Roberts and the ethological approach as a key to understanding horses Alla base del lavoro di Monty Roberts vi è un profondo approccio etologico: l’osservazione attenta del cavallo nel suo ambiente naturale e la comprensione dei suoi comportamenti istintivi. Roberts ha rivoluzionato il mondo dell’addestramento equino partendo da un presupposto semplice ma radicale: […]
Varenne: the legend of trotting, the most famous horse in the world
Varenne: the legend of trotting, the most famous horse in the world The appeal of sulky trotting: precision, speed, and perfect harmony Among the most spectacular disciplines in the equestrian world, the trotting with a sulky holds a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts. It is not just a speed race, but a perfectly […]
What is Cow Sense: the natural instinct of the working horse
What is Cow Sense: the natural instinct of the working horse Il cow sense è una delle doti più affascinanti e misteriose che un cavallo possa possedere.Con questo termine si indica la naturale attitudine del cavallo nel comprendere e gestire il bestiame, anticipando i movimenti di una mucca o di un’intera mandria.È una sorta di “sesto senso” che […]
Sport and disciplines: hooves and shoeing
Hooves and horseshoes: everything you need to know The horse’s hoof and shoeing Horse lovers know how important it is to take care of their hooves. Often, however, it is taken for granted that “the farrier will take care of it”… without really knowing what happens during shoeing and why it is so important. In […]